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title: "GB-Telford & Wrekin: Enhanced DBS Checks"
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buyer: "TELFORD & WREKIN COUNCIL"
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# GB-Telford & Wrekin: Enhanced DBS Checks

Buyer: TELFORD & WREKIN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8ebeda2-f160-42e1-bdf2-61514007f848

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## Summary

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking proposals for the contract titled "Enhanced DBS Checks" within the Health and Social Work Services industry category. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with proposals due by 6th November 2020. The successful provider will facilitate Enhanced DBS checks for sole traders and individuals delivering services to the Council. The contract period is expected to commence on 25th February 2021 and will run until 31st March 2024, with delivery to occur in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. This procurement will follow an open procedure method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to establish a partnership with Telford & Wrekin Council. Businesses that specialise in background checks, identity verification, and related services would find this contract particularly suitable. The ability to invoice applicants directly adds an incentivising aspect for those who can manage these processes efficiently, making this a valuable opportunity for growth within the public sector.

## Notice

Telford & Wrekin Council wishes to appoint a single provider to facilitate the Enhanced DBS process for sole traders/individuals who may deliver services to the Council. Therefore, we are looking for an umbrella body/organisation who can do the following: *Carry out Enhanced DBS checks for individuals *Carry out ID verification checks for individuals (i.e. via Virtual means or face to face checks where appropriate) *Invoice/collect payment from applicants directly for Enhanced DBS/ID check Please refer to RFQ document for further information. There is no financial commitment from the Council. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/debb4336-e97f-4095-9d25-4fa9f530e986 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TELFORD & WREKIN COUNCIL |
| Locality | TELFORD |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF3 4JA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Malinslee & Dawley Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Telford |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2020 at 14:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/debb4336-e97f-4095-9d25-4fa9f530e986

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/debb4336-e97f-4095-9d25-4fa9f530e986
  30th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Telford-%26-Wrekin:-Enhanced-DBS-Checks/9893N3J32K
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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